Cafe Noorani

Mumbai (Bombay)


Inexpensive, old-school eatery that’s a requisite stop before or after visiting Haji Ali Dargah. Mughlai and Punjabi staples dominate, with kebabs chargrilled to perfection and great biryani; try the chicken tikka biryani (₹330).


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